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Dog's purpose volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 13
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This is the remarkable story of one endearing dog's search for his purpose over the course of several lives. More than just another charming dog story, this touches on the universal quest for an answer to life's most basic question: Why are we here? Surprised to find himself reborn as a rambunctious golden haired puppy after a tragically short life as a stray mutt, Bailey's search for his new life's meaning leads him into the loving arms of 8 year...
4) Goldie
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Charles and Lizzie Peterson love puppies. They want a puppy of their own more than just about anything. They know dogs are a lot of work. But their Mom still doesn't think their family is ready for a puppy. Then, Goldie arrives. She is a sweet golden retriever who needs a home. Goldie is very young. She doesn't know how to be a good puppy yet. Will Charles and Lizzie be able to help her?
Charles and Lizzie Peterson want to train the new golden retriever...
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After more than 9 seasons as TV's Dog Whisperer, Cesar Millan has a new mission: to use his unique insights about dog psychology to create stronger, happier relationships between humans and their canine companions.
Now in paperback, this inspirational and practical guide draws on thousands of training encounters around the world to present 98 essential lessons. Taken together, they will help dog owners create the most fulfilling life
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Military Working Dogs have played a vital role in the United States armed forces throughout history. This book is a celebration of their contributions to our nation. In Dogs Who Serve, New York Times bestselling author Lisa Rogak profiles these heroic dogs and their handlers in the Army, Navy, Air Force, and even the Coast Guard. She chronicles their path to service, from puppyhood to training, then through their career in the field and on to retirement...
8) Police dogs
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A police dog weaves back and forth along a busy city street, using its powerful nose to sniff the ground. The working canine is searching for hidden bombs. In this exciting introduction to police dogs, beginning readers will learn all about the brave and loyal dogs that won't let anything keep them from getting the job done! From chasing after criminals to sniffing out explosives, police dogs are hard at work keeping people safe and protecting their...
9) Go, dog, go!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A story for beginning readers about busy dogs of all sizes and colors, engaged in all manner of silly activities.
11) Police dogs
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Did you know that people have used dogs to fight crime for a long time? The first trained police dogs were used in England in 1888. Learn more about the work these dogs do in Police Dogs.
12) Guide dogs
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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After hearing the command "Forward," a Labrador retriever crosses a city street. Its owner carefully grips the dog's harness. The handler is blind, but with his guide dog leading the way, he can safely cross the busy intersection. In this fascinating introduction to guide dogs, beginning readers will learn all about the hard-working canines that help their owners handle any obstacle. From avoiding dangerous traffic to climbing daunting stairs, guide...
13) Service dogs
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A service dog hears a doorbell, runs to its owner, and then nudges her leg with its nose. The owner cannot hear the bell, but she knows there's a visitor--thanks to the dog's signal. In this captivating introduction to service dogs, beginning readers will learn all about these dedicated canines that take on different jobs to assist people with disabilities or illnesses. From opening doors for a person in a wheelchair to calling the hospital when an...
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Through surprising facts, moving stories and tested solutions, the veterinary expert from Good Morning America and The Dr. Oz Show will give every dog owner the secrets to raising a healthy, well-behaved dog.
For anyone who owns a dog or is thinking about getting one, Dr. Marty Becker's manual is a must-have guide to anything and everything canine. In Your Dog: The Owner's Manual, the "best-loved family doctor for pets" shares insider secrets on...
18) The Hallo-wiener
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
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All the other dogs make fun of Oscar the dachshund until one Halloween when, dressed as a hot dog, Oscar bravely rescues the others.
19) Therapy dogs
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Describes the necessity of various therapy dogs, their duties, temperament, training, and common breeds chosen. We hear about human heroes daily, but what do we know about our furry-legged ones? This series introduces various types of service dogs and explains the type of assistance they provide, from visual guide dogs to therapy dogs. Kids will love learning how a person's best friend is sometimes also a superhero! Additional features to aid comprehension...
20) Therapy dogs
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"In this book, young readers will learn about therapy dogs."--